
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer East Santa Barbara Neighborhood of Carpinteria, CA from $1,700 (24 Rentals)
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Costa Del Mar

Casa Romana

Seashell Apartments

Villa Flores Apartments

1205 Blanchard St

510 Chapala St

800 Toro Canyon Rd
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Alena on Haley

Sea Cliff Apartments

1132 Olive St

405 Corona del Mar

Park East Apartments

Alta Vista Garden Apartments

203 Ladera St

906 Chelham Way
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411 E Anapamu St

Coronel Apartments

Olive Street Lofts

Soltara

306 Rancheria St

1105 N Milpas St

201 Ladera St

112 Por La Mar Cir
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Outer East Santa Barbara, Carpinteria, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Outer East Santa Barbara?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer East Santa Barbara Studio Apartments | $3,075 | $2,925 | $3,250 |
| Outer East Santa Barbara 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,706 | $2,450 | $5,950 |
| Outer East Santa Barbara 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,888 | $2,995 | $7,500 |
| Outer East Santa Barbara 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,724 | $4,400 | $7,550 |
| Outer East Santa Barbara 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,300 | $6,300 | $6,300 |
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There are currently 24 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Outer East Santa Barbara Neighborhood of Carpinteria, CA.
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Cheapest Available Outer East Santa Barbara Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer East Santa Barbara area of Carpinteria, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Villa Flores Apartments priced from $2,450. Shepard Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,555. Here are the most affordable Outer East Santa Barbara apartments for rent in Carpinteria, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
| Shepard Place | 1 Bed Standard | 1BR,1BA | $2,555 |
| Alena on Haley | Studio | Studio,1BA | $3,200 |
| 1317 Punta Gorda Street | Luxury Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $4,250 |
| 800 Santa Barbara | Larger One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $5,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer East Santa Barbara, CA
As of May 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer East Santa Barbara area is the $6.70 price per square foot Two Bedroom - Furnished or Unfurnished Option Model at 800 Santa Barbara in the in the Upper State neighborhood starting from $7,500. The second greatest value Outer East Santa Barbara apartment is the Luxury Townhome Model at 1317 Punta Gorda Street starting at $4,250 with a $4.59 price per square foot in the Eastside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer East Santa Barbara apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 800 Santa Barbara | Two Bedroom - Furnished or Unfurnished Option | 2BR,2BA | $6.70 |
| 1317 Punta Gorda Street | Luxury Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $4.59 |
| Shepard Place | 1 Bed Partial B | 1BR,1BA | $4.58 |
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.08 |
| Alena on Haley | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $7.46 |
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Best Local Schools in Outer East Santa Barbara, Carpinteria, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer East Santa Barbara Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer East Santa Barbara Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer East Santa Barbara Apartment is $2,450 at Villa Flores Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Outer East Santa Barbara Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Outer East Santa Barbara is starting from $2,995 at Shepard Place.
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